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Exams

Holter

The Holter monitor test involves continuous recording of the heart’s electrical activity over a 24-hour period. In some cases, the doctor may request an extended 48-hour recording.

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Anatomy

Systemic capillaries

The systemic capillaries are tiny delicate blood vessels that sustain life. They bridge the gap between the arteries and veins of the circulatory system. It is at this microscopic location that the respiration and nourishment of the cells of the human body take place.

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General

The cholesterol

Everyone talks about cholesterol, the good kind, then the bad kind that builds up fatty deposits on artery walls. However, very few people are aware of the vital role that good cholesterol plays in the human body.

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General

The blood

Blood is composed of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma. Red blood cells are responsible for transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide. White blood cells make up our immune defense system. Platelets contribute to blood clotting, thereby preventing excessive bleeding.

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General

Breathlessness

Breathlessness is a subjective symptom, meaning it can be felt by the individual experiencing it but cannot be objectively measured. Moreover, the perception of breathlessness varies from one patient to another.

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Anatomy

The Coronary Arteries

Normal heart function is closely linked to oxygenation.
Its precious fuel is delivered to the heart by the coronary arteries. Any reduction in oxygen supply can have serious and sometimes irreversible effects on the heart.

Let’s take a closer look at the coronary arteries.

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